The house which remained after the explosion, since demolished.

The neighbouring property to the semi-detached house which was lost in the blast was demolished later that day, with barriers put up around the site.

Heavy plant machinery remains on the plot today, with security officers on hand to stop anyone from getting onto the land.

The police cordon was taken down on Friday evening, allowing residents who had been evacuated from the street in the aftermath of the alert to return to their homes.

The rear of the house which was obliterated by the blast and the neighbouring property, before that was later cleared.

The Echo understands a family who had been living closest to the house devastated by the explosion have since moved out due to concerns about the stability of their property.

Neighbours are awaiting checks to be made by insurance companies as they begin to seek repairs to their homes and cars affected by the impact of the blast and debris sent across the road, driveways and gardens nearby.

Gentoo, which owns the two properties now demolished due to safety concerns, has offered those left without a home temporary accommodation.

Its team has also been on hand to offer those in need terms of clothing and essential items in the short term and has said it will be continue to offer support and assistance.

Northern Gas Networks capped off the gas supply to the area and made it safe in the aftermath of the incident.

A Go Fund Me page set up to help those affected has been set up and has raised more than £1,300 so far.